Brief
The Pokémon Company announces Dual‑Fusion expansion for TCG Pocket
Dual‑type cards and special packs arrive with the Dual‑Fusion expansion on Oct. 29, ahead of the app’s second anniversary.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The Pokémon Company group announced that the Dual‑Fusion expansion will launch in Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) Pocket on Oct. 29, 2026, marking the debut of dual‑type cards.
Dual‑type cards combine two elemental types, highlighted by Mega Mewtwo X ex (Psychic/Fighting) and Mega Greninja ex (Water/Dark). Popular Pokémon such as Pikachu, Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise will also receive new illustrations.
Special packs titled “First Partners” will be available from Oct. 31 to Dec. 26, each guaranteeing a ★ card and featuring partner Pokémon from the nine regions. To celebrate 30 years of the Pokémon TCG, a Pikachu‑themed event runs from Oct. 20, 2026 to Oct. 20, 2027, offering a limited‑time Pikachu ex card and themed packs.
Additional in‑app events, including a second‑anniversary campaign and themed promo card events, are slated for the near future.
Key facts
- Dual‑Fusion expansion launches on Oct. 29, 2026 in Pokémon TCG Pocket. (gonintendo.com)
- The expansion introduces dual‑type cards, such as Mega Mewtwo X ex (Psychic/Fighting). (gonintendo.com)
- First Partners special packs run Oct. 31‑Dec. 26 and guarantee a ★ card. (gonintendo.com)
- A Pikachu‑themed event runs Oct. 20, 2026‑Oct. 20, 2027 with exclusive Pikachu cards. (gonintendo.com)
Sources
- [1] gonintendo.com — originally reported as “Dual-type Cards to Debut in Pokémon TCG Pocket Oct. 29th, 2026 with new Dual Fusion Expansion”
